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Second International Business Conference Opens

February 18, 2011

The Saint Leo University School of Business wrapped up its
second International Business Conference Friday, February 18, at
University Campus.

The keynote speaker, futurist David
Pearce Snyder (pictured, right), discussed the importance of
lifelong relationships between alumni of business schools and the
faculty at their alma mater as the rapid pace of change creates a
greater need for networking between generations. He also predicted
the subject matter of management will change so rapidly that texts
used in business schools will have to be electronic to stay
current.

Jose Valiente (pictured, left), principal with the Tampa office of
accounting firm Larson Allen LLP, addressed change in Cuba. The
Tampa International Airport stands to benefit when charter flights
to the island resume from Tampa after 50 years. Approvals are
anticipated to permit this change in the near future.
Further, Valiente predicted old trade barriers will eventually fall
and Cuba will need new investment and infrastructure, creating
multiple opportunities for American industries.

Other presentations over the course of two days covered diverse
topics, ranging from foreign relations policy to accounting
standards, sustainable business, and international corporate
leadership competencies. The director for the conference this year
was Dr. Eric Schwarz, associate professor of sport business.